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Popular food delivery system, DoorDash, has temporarily suspended all operations in Los Angeles County due to the powerful winter storm.
The company opted to activate their “Severe Weather Protocol” as a precautionary measure as Tropical Storm Hilary’s center begins to move through Southern California, expected to bring heavy rain and potential flash flooding.
All operations will be suspended until 11 a.m. Monday evening, at which point drivers will be able to resume their deliveries. DoorDash noted that the decision is subject to change pending evolving weather conditions.
“This significant tropical storm has brought several inches of rain and flash floods across Southern California,” said DoorDash spokesperson Jenn Rosenberg. “To keep our community safe, DoorDash is activating its Severe Weather Protocol and temporarily suspending our operations in parts of Southern California.”
DoorDash has already opted to suspend operations in dozens of other locations due to the storm, including San Diego County, Palm Springs, Indio, the Imperial Valley, Barstow, Julian and Newberry Springs.
“We want to thank the affected Dashers, merchants and customers for their understanding during these incredibly difficult weather conditions and look forward to resuming operations when it is safe to do so.”
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to clarify the region affected by DoorDash’s temporary suspension of operations.
